Crews Strengthen Containment Ahead of Critical Fire Weather

News Release Date:
March 24, 2026

Contact: Christy Fleming, 307-548-5406

Lovell WY - The Kane Fire remains approximately 1900 acres and Wildland fire manager estimate the fire's containment at 10%. Additional Wildland fire crews from the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Wildland Fire Service, and cooperating agencies continue to assist with suppression efforts.

Current Operations/Objectives

Today's objective is to continue patrolling and moping hotspots along the fire perimeter. Firefighters are strengthening containment lines and securing the fire in preparation for a forecasted increase in fire weather conditions on Wednesday, including unseasonably high temperatures, low humidity and gusting winds up to 40 mph.

Fire crews are utilizing a combination of direct and indirect suppressiontactics, engaging the fire where conditions allow and reinforcing firelines to guide fire movement away from values at risk. Tactics will continue to adjust as weather, terrain, and fire behavior evolve, with the goal of safely containing the fire.

Fire Weather Outlook

Today's weather is expected to be warm and dry, with a high near 72 ^o F and lighter winds, resulting in elevated fire water conditions.

A Fire Weather Watch is in place for Wednesday. Forecasted conditions include high temperatures near 82°F, low relative humidity, and wind gusts up to 40 mph These conditions may lead to critical fire weather, increasing the potential for rapid fire spread and challenging containment efforts. Fire managers are preparing for more active fire behavior during this period.

Closures and Public Safety

All roads within the Yellowtail Wildlife Habitat Management Area remain temporarily closed. The public is asked to respect these closures to ensure firefighter and public safety and to allow crews to operate effectively.

Smoke Information

Local communities and visitors to the area may continue to see smoke from the fire. Smoke is expected to settle into low-lying areas during the evening and overnight hours. For more information on how to protect your health from wildfire smoke, visit AirNow.gov .

Additional Information

Updates on the Kane Fire will be posted on the Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area social media channels and website as new information becomes available.

The Yellowtail Wildlife Habitat Management Area is located approximately six miles east of Lovell and encompasses 19,288 acres. Established in the early 1960s, the area supports waterfowl habitat through a cooperative agreement between the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission, National Park Service, U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, and Bureau of Land Management.